Bearish
Nikkei 225 closes 0.07% lower at 68,994 amid tech sector declines
The Nikkei 225 Index declined by 0.07% to close at 68,994 points, primarily due to significant losses in technology stocks. Nidec, Fast Retailing, and Murata Manufacturing led the downturn, while Screen Holdings, Trend Micro, and Japan Tobacco provided some support.
Key points
- Nidec shares fell 7.15%, Fast Retailing dropped 4.06%, and Murata Manufacturing declined 4.03%, contributing to the index's overall decrease.
- Screen Holdings, Trend Micro, and Japan Tobacco saw gains of 4.59%, 4.19%, and 3.99%, respectively, partially offsetting the losses.
- The Nikkei 225 Index closed at 68,994 points, a 0.07% decrease from the previous day.
Sources
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